Coronary Artery Disease Definition

noun
Atherosclerosis of the coronary arteries associated with various risk factors, including genetic predisposition, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, smoking, and diabetes mellitus.
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Coronary Artery Disease Sentence Examples

  • The objective of the study was to examine the relationship between specific dietary carotenoids and the incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD ).

  • This usually is a symptom of an underlying heart problem such as Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), in which fatty deposits accumulate in the vessels leading to the heart.

  • If you are able to avoid lighting up for 15 years or more, your risk of coronary artery disease is the same as for someone who doesn't smoke.

  • Doctors may also prescribe CPAP for patients with heart failure or coronary artery disease.

  • A gradual transition to a heart-healthy diet can help decrease a child's adulthood risk of coronary artery disease and other health conditions.

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